1973 Mazda 1000 vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1406 kg more than 1973 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 1000 | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 1000 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |